8-year-old’s heartwarming mission: spreading holiday cheer to veterans with Christmas cards
Since starting in 2019, Tucker has collected and handed out more than 6,000 holiday cards.
Leaders from both sides of the Cape Fear River gather to discuss the impacts of the upcoming Cape Fear Memorial Bridge work
Leaders from each side of the Cape Fear River trying to navigate these waters and work together as the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge is set to undergo repairs on January 11th.
Ways to stay safe while driving during the holiday season
If you are driving, it’s important to remember to drive safely, don’t drink and drive, and order an Uber if you do drink.
Thousands gather to the Cape Fear Festival of Trees at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
If you want to take a walk through a winter wonderland while also meeting some friends from the sea, the festival of trees is the place to be.
He’s in a store and he’s singing: Buddy the Elf spotted at North Carolina mall
PINEVILLE (WWAY) — Shoppers at Pineville’s Carolina Place recently spotted a famous elf frolicking through the mall. ‘Buddy the Elf,” also known as Matthews resident Brent Thomas, filmed his own rendition of the holiday classic “Elf” with his family. Decked in the trademark green and yellow suit, he nailed some of the movie’s most iconic scenes, from discovering perfume and…
History with ‘Hud’: Memorable Christmas moments over the last century in the Port City
When most people think of Christmas they picture Santa, indoor trees and lots of decorations. But that hasn’t always been the case.
Unwrapping the holiday blues: Navigating the dark side of the festive season
While the holidays may be the most wonderful time of year for some, that’s not true for everyone.
License Plate Agency in Shallotte closes; 5th closure in SENC this year
“We’re trying to work through that process as quickly as we can; it takes a bit of time,” says NCDMV Communications Manager Marty Homan.
Good Shepherd Center toy give away grants dozens of Christmas wishes
One non-profit organization in the Cape Fear granted hundreds of Christmas wishes on Wednesday.
RSV and flu cases on the rise
Respiratory illness cases are on the rise, particularly in young people, which is why Novant Health is implementing temporary visitor restrictions at its hospitals.
The time is now for last minute Christmas gifts to be shipped
With Christmas nearly here, the time to ship any last minute gifts is now.
Heat for the Holidays gives the gift of warmth for 12th year
Bill Best of Wilmington was this year’s Heat for the Holidays winner. He was nominated anonymously.
NCDOT provides tentative timeline for Cape Fear Memorial Bridge closure
The NC Department of Transportation has provided an tentative timeline for repairs on the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge.
Art show focuses on works of Tabor City woman who died recently, fulfilling a life-long wish
TABOR CITY (WWAY) — An art show in Columbus County finished up Tuesday evening, honoring the life of a Tabor City woman. Susan Sapinsley worked as a graphic artist and journalist throughout her life. She died last week, but had one life-long wish, and it came true at Grapeful Sisters Vineyard. In her final days with Lower Cape Fear Life…
Anthony’s Italian restaurant moves locations to accommodate growing Whiteville
WHITEVILLE (WWAY) — One Columbus County restaurant is on the move, though only down the street. Anthony’s, an Italian restaurant in Whitesville, is now on South Madison Street in the heart of downtown. It was located on Mill Street for years. Anthony Grippi was born in Sicily, then moved to New York, where he worked in his family’s restaurants before…
Wilmington non-profit gifts 44 breast cancer survivors free mattresses to aid in rest, recovery
WILMINGTON (WWAY) — It’s an initiative to support breast cancer survivors on their journey to not only healing, but thriving. Wilmington non-profit Going Beyond the Pink gifted free memory-foam mattresses to forty-four breast cancer survivors outside of their office in Independence Mall on Tuesday evening. Going Beyond the Pink partnered with the United Breast Cancer Foundation to give away more…
Wilmington’s Warming Shelter sees 80 guests in first night open in new location
As temperatures dropped into the 20s on Tuesday night, The Warming Shelter opened its doors in downtown Wilmington.
Blood Drive encouraging people to “love like Wayne” being held in memory of Chadbourn man
Blood Drive encouraging people to “love like Wayne” being held in memory of Chadbourn man
‘Teacher of the Month’ forms positive connections with students and co-workers
In the spirit of the holiday season, WWAY continues its tradition of recognizing outstanding educators in our community. We recently visited Anderson Elementary School in New Hanover County to surprise Mrs. Kate McDonough, who has been nominated as the WWAY Teacher of the Month for December.
Toy safety for children during the holidays
A recent study shows that in 2020, emergency departments across the U.S. treated nearly 150,000 toy-related injuries of children aged 14 or under.
Ingram Planetarium hosting limited time Christmas shows
The Ingram Planetarium is bringing the magic of Christmas to life “under the stars” with a 3D experience of the Christmas story.
Pet Pals: 2-year old female lab mix looking for forever home
This week’s pet pal is a 2-year old female lab mix.
Carolers sing holiday ceasefire carols in downtown Wilmington
A group of carolers in Wilmington were singing holiday songs while trying to send an important message.
Jimmy’s of Wrightsville Beach breaks bike fundraiser record
“Last year we were shy of just 12 hundred, and this year we’re going to end up at 15 hundred. Every year is has just exceeded and exceeded expectations and we are very grateful for it.”